Research operations lead – Guarapuava/PR

PR | Paraná
Efetivo (CLT)
Engenheiro Agrônomo

Responsabilities

• Oversee all daily operations, ensuring the highest standards of safety. Active engagement in safety is essential, with a strong emphasis on fostering a culture where all team members are committed to safety.
• Drive excellence in research and operational activities across crops, with a primary focus on corn and soybean.
• Develop and execute optimal resource plans (including labor, infrastructure, land, machinery) to meet company and Passo Fundo Research Center objectives.
• Coordinate all planting, agricultural practices, data collection and harvesting needed for yield tests and nurseries, ensuring the data is collected on time and meets high-quality standards.
  Work with partners, breeders, and logistics lead to meet the breeding programs demands.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, innovation, and employee development. Provide effective leadership, guidance, and support to all team members, fostering a teamwork-oriented culture. Recruit, orient, supervise, and develop local and remote employees.
• Ensure full compliance with internal and external regulations. Certify that all the licenses and environmental requirements are implemented and that all environmental, health, and security programs are fully executed.
• Perform administrative tasks related to estimating demand, managing budgets, and controlling the use of resources within expected timelines. Actively manage the research station by interacting with third-party companies, coordinating collaborative projects, and ensuring the proper maintenance of all facilities.
• Coordinate and monitor process efficiencies, identify challenges, and make data-driven decisions to optimize operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or related fields, with postgraduate studies (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred).
• At least three years of experience in research management and a strong agronomy background.
• Experience with agricultural machinery operations (preferred).
• Advanced English proficiency desired.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office programs and the capacity to learn new technologies and internal software.
• Strong leadership, conflict management, proactivity, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively, multitask, and prioritize activities. Self-motivation and capacity to work independently while setting high expectations in a goal- and deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Category B or higher driver’s license.
• Residence in Guarapuava-PR or nearby.
• Availability for travel.